Sisal Twine for Gardening from China
Natural sisal twine made from fibers of the Agave sisalana plant, used for tying plants, bundling vegetables, and securing garden stakes. It falls under HTS 5607.29.00.00 as twine of sisal, a textile fiber from the genus Agave, not plaited or braided beyond basic twisting. The uncoated, biodegradable nature makes it ideal for eco-friendly horticultural applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify fiber origin certification to confirm sisal from Agave genus, avoiding reclassification to synthetic fibers
• Provide detailed invoices specifying twist construction and uncoated status to prevent scrutiny under coated headings